$445,000
SOLD DEC 6, 2022

328 55th St Downers Grove, IL 60515

4 Beds
3 Baths
1,908 Sq Ft
7,349 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$233 Per Sq Ft

15% Below List Price

27 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Open Floorplan
  • Community Lake
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Whittier Elementary School Rated A-
  • Property is near a park
  • Granite Countertops

About This Home

As of December 2022

THIS PROPERTY IS LOCATED ON A TREE-LINED STREET IN THE BEAUTIFUL TOWN OF DOWNERS GROVE, WITH SHOPPING, DINING, PARKS, DG SWIM & RACQUET CLUB, TRAIN, AND EXPRESSWAYS JUST MINUTES AWAY. AS YOU STEP THROUGH THE FRONT DOOR, YOU WILL BE GREETED BY AN ELEGANT FOYER AND SOPHISTICATED DINING ROOM, IDEAL FOR HOSTING FAMILY GATHERINGS. THE OPEN AND AIRY FEEL OF THE HOME CONTINUES INTO A STUNNING KITCHEN WITH CUSTOM CABINETS, GRANITE COUNTERTOPS, STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES, AN ISLAND WITH BREAKFAST BAR SEATING, AND A GLASS DOOR TO THE AMAZING BACKYARD. AN INVITING FAMILY ROOM WITH LARGE WINDOWS. FIRST FLOOR BEDROOM/OFFICE ROOM, NEWLY UPDATED FULL BATHROOM, AND CLOSETS COMPLETE THE MAIN LEVEL. GRAND PRIMARY SUITE W/SPACIOUS BATH & LARGE DOUBLE DOOR CLOSETS, TWO ADDITIONAL BEDROOMS & FULL BATH, A LAUNDRY ROOM ON THE 2ND FLOOR. PULL-DOWN STAIRS TO THE ATTIC WHERE YOU'LL FIND AMPLE STORAGE SPACE. THIS SPACIOUS PROPERTY HAS A DETACHED 1.5-CAR GARAGE AND A SHED, A BRICK PAVER PATIO, FENCED-IN BACKYARD, AND IT IS PERFECT FOR THOSE WHO LOVE SEAMLESS INDOOR-OUTDOOR LIVING. RELAX ON THE CHARMING FRONT PORCH. BEAUTIFULLY LANDSCAPED WITH MATURE TREES. 2ND STORY ADDITION IN 2012 WITH UPGRADED ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, HVAC (DUAL ZONE), ROOF & WINDOWS. DOWNERS GROVE NORTH HIGH SCHOOL-DON'T MISS OUT!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kris Berger

Compass License #475137610 Listed on: 09/15/2022

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Nathan Freeborn

Redfin Corporation License #475155645

Redfin Corporation

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,602

Year Built

  • Built in 1956 | Remodeled in 2012

Lot Details

  • 7,349 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 128.3 x 55.1 x 128.3 x 55.4
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot

Parking

  • 1.5 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Transmitter
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,908 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family or Dining Combination
  • Sump Pump
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Kitchen

  • Range<<rangeHoodToken>>
  • <<microwave>>
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Partially Carpeted
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Potential Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 3 Full Bathrooms
  • Dual Sinks
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Sink Near Laundry

Outdoor Features

  • Brick Porch or Patio
  • Shed

Location

  • Property is near a park

Schools

  • Whittier Elementary School
  • Herrick Middle School
  • North High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Humidifier
  • Two Heating Systems
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Lake Michigan Water

Community Details

  • Community Lake

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions
  • Other Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,602

Year Built

Built in 1956 | Remodeled in 2012

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Year Built: 1956
  • Age: 61-70 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2012
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Renovated: 2012

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
  • Basement: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Interior Amenities: Wood Laminate Floors, First Floor Bedroom, Second Floor Laundry, First Floor Full Bath, Open Floorplan, Some Carpeting, Granite Counters
  • LivingArea: 1908
  • Other Equipment: Humidifier, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 1908
  • Basement Description: None
  • Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower,Double Sink
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Combined w/ FamRm
  • Total Sq Ft: 1908
  • Square Footage Comments: FLOOR PLANS DONE BY VHT FLOOR MEASURER, APPROXIMATE SQUARE FOOTAGE PROVIDED BY VHT STUDIOS
  • Total Sq Ft: 1908
  • Upper Level Sq Ft: 982
  • Attic: Pull Down Stair
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 926

Exterior Features

  • ExteriorFeatures: Brick Paver Patio
  • List Price: 449900
  • OtherStructures: Shed(s)
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.5
  • Number of Cars: 1.5
  • Driveway: Asphalt
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Transmitter(s)
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Sep Heating Systems - 2+
  • Laundry Features: Sink
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Park, Lake, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Whittier Elementary School
  • High School: North High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Herrick Middle School
  • Middle/Junior School District: 58

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1687
  • Lot Dimensions: 128.3 X 55.1 X 128.3 X 55.4
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 10
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 5602.02
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Disabled Person

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 15, 2022
Closed on
Nov 28, 2022
Sold by
Sullivan Moira
Bought by
Winchel Brian P and Winchel Kathryn
Seller's Agent
Kris Berger
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Nathan Freeborn
Redfin Corporation
List Price
$525,000
Sold Price
$445,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$80,000
-15.24%
Views
3
Current Estimated Value
$544,454

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$99,454
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.61%
Original Mortgage
$356,000
Interest Rate
6.99%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 31, 2020
Closed on
Mar 10, 2020
Sold by
Geary Patrick R and Geary Michelle J
Bought by
Sullivan Moira
Seller's Agent
Tracy Driscoll
Platinum Partners Realtors
Buyer's Agent
Pamela Sullivan
Baird & Warner
List Price
$349,900
Sold Price
$338,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$11,900
-3.4%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.56%
Original Mortgage
$320,000
Interest Rate
3.4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 21, 2007
Sold by
Johnstone Elizabeth A
Bought by
Geary Patrick R and Geary Michelle J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$7,500
Interest Rate
6.49%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Second

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 5, 2003
Sold by
Gately William F and Gately Jennifer Lynn
Bought by
Johnstone Elizabeth A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$148,000
Interest Rate
4.87%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 27, 1997
Sold by
Gately William F and Whitlock James G
Bought by
Gately William F

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$78,800
Interest Rate
6.87%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 18, 1995
Sold by
Fojas Bernard M and Fojas Melody A
Bought by
Gately William F and Whitlock James G

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$81,000
Interest Rate
7%
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $445,000 First American Title
Warranty Deed $676,000 Attorneys Title Guaranty Fu
Warranty Deed $212,500 First American Title
Warranty Deed $185,000 Midwest Title Services Llc
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Warranty Deed $90,000 Law Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $356,250 New Conventional
Closed $356,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $320,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $316,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $324,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $7,500 Stand Alone Second
Previous Owner $170,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $148,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $75,472 Unknown
Previous Owner $78,800 No Value Available
Previous Owner $81,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/06/2022 12/06/22 Sold $445,000 -1.1% $233 / Sq Ft
10/13/2022 10/13/22 Pending -- -- --
10/10/2022 10/10/22 Price Changed $449,900 -9.8% $236 / Sq Ft
09/23/2022 09/23/22 Price Changed $499,000 -5.0% $262 / Sq Ft
09/15/2022 09/15/22 For Sale $525,000 +55.3% $275 / Sq Ft
03/10/2020 03/10/20 Sold $338,000 -3.4% $171 / Sq Ft
02/12/2020 02/12/20 Pending -- -- --
01/31/2020 01/31/20 For Sale $349,900 -- $177 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2023 $6,282 $113,680 $47,500 $66,180
2022 $5,988 $109,740 $45,850 $63,890
2021 $5,602 $108,490 $45,330 $63,160
2020 $5,606 $106,340 $44,430 $61,910
2019 $5,423 $102,030 $42,630 $59,400
2018 $5,086 $94,980 $42,400 $52,580
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 11630713

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 09-09-307-032